Patient Care Supervisor
Humane Society of the Pikes Peak RegionNonprofit
Colorado Springs, CO Posted recently
- $25.00 to $28.00 per hour
- Full time
- Shelter
Benefits mentioned: Health insurance, 401(k) or retirement, Paid time off
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About this job
Patient Care Supervisor – Veterinary Services
Colorado Springs, CO
Lead with Compassion. Elevate Animal Care. Make an Impact.
Are you a veterinary professional with a passion for leadership and high-quality patient care? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment where every day makes a difference for animals and the people who care for them?
We're looking for a Patient Care Supervisor to lead our veterinary support team, ensuring exceptional care for animals while mentoring staff and strengthening operations across our clinic and shelter.
What You'll Do
As a key leader within our Veterinary Services team, you will:
Drive Exceptional Patient Care
- Oversee daily care for medical patients in the shelter and clinic
- Administer treatments and ensure accurate medical records
- Support veterinarians with procedures, treatments, and protocols
Lead & Develop a High-Performing Team
- Supervise, coach, and provide ongoing feedback to staff
- Train new hires, volunteers, and interns
- Foster a collaborative, positive, and growth-focused work environment
Optimize Operations & Workflow
- Manage schedules, workflow, and staffing efficiency
- Troubleshoot issues and implement process improvements
- Partner with leadership to drive continuous improvement
Serve as a Communication Hub
- Communicate with staff, customers, and the community about animal care
- Provide guidance and triage for medical questions
- Help navigate sensitive topics with professionalism and empathy
Ensure Safety, Compliance & Quality
- Maintain clean, safe, and organized care environments
- Monitor and enforce safety and compliance standards
- Oversee inventory
What You Bring
We're seeking a compassionate, organized leader who thrives in a dynamic environment:
- 2+ years of experience in a veterinary clinic or shelter
- Prior leadership or supervisory experience preferred
- Strong communication, coaching, and conflict resolution skills
- Ability to multitask and problem-solve in a fast-paced setting
- High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
Preferred:
- Associate degree in Veterinary Technology
- Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) license
What You'll Love About This Role
- Purpose-driven work that impacts animal lives every day
- Opportunity to lead, train, and shape a growing team
- Collaborative, mission-focused culture
- Variety in your day-no two days are the same
Work Environment & Requirements
- Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and be on your feet for extended periods
- Comfort working around animals, allergens, and cleaning chemicals
- Schedule includes four (4) ten-hour shifts, generally Mon, Tues, Fri, Sat
- May include occasional evenings, weekends and holidays as needed
- Fully on-site
Why Join Us?
You'll be part of a team committed to delivering compassionate, high-quality care while supporting each other and the community. If you're ready to take the next step in your veterinary career and lead with purpose-we want to meet you.
Apply Today
Bring your leadership, clinical expertise, and passion for animal welfare to a role where your impact truly matters.
** Applications open until Monday, November 2, 2026 or until filled **
In addition to competitive salaries, we offer comprehensive benefits to our full-time staff.
Benefits include:
Health Insurance ~~ 401K with employer matching up to 4% of salary ~~ Dental and vision Plans ~~ Supplemental Group Life Insurance ~~ Short and long term disability Insurance ~~ Paid time off ~~ Holidays ~~ Direct Deposit ~~ Personal Pet Perks ~~ Wellness Programs ~~ Paid Sabbatical after 5 years of employment
The Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness qualified employer. To learn more about this program, go to https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/.
The core values of the staff unite us and guide us to provide the best service to the animals in our care, our organization, and our community.
Core Values Statements-
- Compassion: We believe that animals matter. We are committed to treating animals and people with kindness, respect and compassion.
- Stewardship: We are accountable and transparent in our actions and in the use of our resources to build trust in those we serve.
- Integrity: We believe we can make the greatest impact by staying true to our mission, always doing what is best for the animals and people of our community, and by standing united in our decisions.
- Excellence: We are passionate about our mission, and strive for excellence through continual learning, innovation and the development of our board, staff and volunteers.
- Collaboration: We seek strategic partnerships and alliances to advance the welfare and protection of animals and people.
- Service: We exist to serve our communities and operate with this commitment to serve as front and center in all we do.
Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region, Nonprofit
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Listed pay $25.00 to $28.00 per hour ($52,000 to $58,240 a year at 2,080 hours). That is 42% above the Colorado median of $18.70 an hour for veterinary assistants. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025. Vet assistant pay guide
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